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Biden's Loan Bombshell, Jonathan Majors Dodges Jail, UConn's Winning Strategy
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Centrist Chronicle
April 10, 2024
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Yesterday, the Biden administration unveiled a proposal for student debt relief to benefit nearly 30 million borrowers across the United States, where over 43 million individuals owe a combined total of $1.6 trillion in federal student loans.
Under this new plan, eligible borrowers could see up to $20,000 in interest canceled if they have paid an amount exceeding their original loan. This relief is available for single borrowers with annual incomes of up to $120,000 and married couples earning up to $240,000, provided they participate in an income-driven repayment scheme. The proposal specifically addresses borrowers with long-standing high-interest loans, those who have carried their loans for 20 to 25 years, individuals who pursued education in programs with poor debt-to-income outcomes, and those eligible for current relief initiatives yet to apply.
This initiative comes in the wake of the Supreme Court's dismissal of a previous $400 billion debt cancellation plan last summer, marking a shift towards a narrower strategy under the 1965 Higher Education Act's provisions, which grant the education secretary authority to modify or discharge federal student loans. Anticipated to roll out in autumn, the proposal's journey may be hindered by anticipated legal objections.
Jonathan Majors, the actor known for his role in "Creed III," was mandated to undergo a year of counseling following a verdict on his assault case involving his former girlfriend. The decision, delivered on Monday, exempted Majors from incarceration despite him being eligible for a maximum one-year sentence after a Manhattan jury found him guilty of misdemeanor assault last December.
During the sentencing, Judge Michael Gaffey highlighted that the consensus between the prosecution and defense was that imprisonment was unnecessary for Majors, who had no previous criminal history. This resolution allows the 34-year-old actor to avoid jail while addressing the court's requirements through counseling.
The Huskies of UConn have triumphed again, securing their second consecutive national title with a decisive 75-60 win over Purdue. Under the guidance of Coach Dan Hurley, they have become the first team to clinch back-to-back championships since Florida achieved this feat in 2006 and 2007 under Coach Billy Donovan.
The anticipated showdown between the standout centers delivered as expected. Purdue's Zach Edey showcased his dominant skills, amassing 37 points and 10 rebounds. Nonetheless, UConn's Donovan Clingan played a pivotal defensive role against Edey, allowing his teammates to focus on containing Purdue's sharpshooters around the arc.